Flipkart's Glam Up event turns chaotic as influencers brawl over Rs 6,000 hampers at Bharat Mandapam

Viral footage of influencers scrambling for goodie bags dented Flipkart's beauty push, just as the Walmart-owned platform leans on a category where Gen Z drives 60% of sales and BPC is growing 50% YoY toward a $39 Bn India market by 2030.

— Source publishedSat, 20 Jun, 2026, 17:20 IST·First seen Sat, 20 Jun, 2026, 19:06 IST·Source NDTV Profit

What happened

Flipkart's Glam Up beauty influencer event at Delhi's Bharat Mandapam descended into chaos over goodie bags, denting brand image as the platform pushes its

Key facts

  • 60% Gen Z share in BPC
  • 50% YoY growth in beauty
  • Rs 6,000 hamper value
  • $39 Bn India beauty market by 2030

Why this matters

Influencer-led activation risk is now a diligence line item; expect sharper scrutiny on creator vetting, event insurance, and brand-safety clauses in any beauty M&A or platform partnership underwriting.